Chapter 216

“Jordan was come to have pretty much the same arrangement with Steve. She loves him. He loves her, but they won’t be having sex. Their respect for each other, and for me, simply makes it impossible. My sister Kate has it bad for Steve. So does my cousin, Stephanie. My mom and aunt have to rein themselves in around him. Now for the interesting part of my theory. The women that become like very close to Steve go on to date and fall in love with great guys. I believe it’s because they raise their standards, and because Steve attracts loyal male friends with strong character. You know Lisa has become very serious about a West Point cadet? Jordan has fallen for a band mate that we think the world of and who treats her like a queen.”

“Jordan and Lisa are two of the most beautiful women in the world. They can get any man they want, except for Steve. It’s natural for them to find great guys,” reasoned Ashley.

“Yes, except they didn’t before they knew Steve. Lisa dated a couple d